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British influencer Sam Pepper’s recent experience in India turned into a nightmare after consuming “bhang,” a cannabis-infused drink, during his travels. Pepper, known for documenting his adventures on Instagram and YouTube, ended up in the hospital after suffering severe digestive issues. His health rapidly deteriorated after drinking what he referred to as “Indian street milk,” […]
Cards Against Humanity (CAH), the company behind the popular adult party game, has filed a $15 million civil lawsuit against Elon Musk’s SpaceX, accusing the aerospace company of trespassing on its property in Cameron County, Texas. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, alleges that SpaceX has encroached on land owned by CAH, which is located just
A lawsuit has been filed against YouTuber MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) and Amazon by five unnamed contestants from the reality competition show “Beast Games,” which was produced for Prime Video. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on September 16, 2024, alleges that the participants were subjected to “chronic mistreatment,” sexual harassment, and unsafe working
A 40-year-old lorry driver, B Sathiskumar, has been sentenced to 12 months in jail after pleading guilty to charges related to the tragic death of TikTok influencer A Rajeswary, known as Esha, who was found dead in July, allegedly due to online harassment. The Kuala Lumpur sessions court handed down the sentence after Sathiskumar changed
Donald Trump and Ohio Senator JD Vance have been on a months-long media campaign targeting young male voters through appearances on popular podcasts and social media platforms, most of which have predominantly male audiences. Their tour of influencers and podcasters, including figures like Logan Paul and Theo Von, offers a more personal and casual look
Influencer Candice Miller is facing a lawsuit for nearly $200,000 in unpaid rent following the death of her husband, real estate mogul Brandon Miller, who died by suicide in July 2024. The lawsuit, filed by Mak Acquisitions, alleges that Candice owes $194,881.89 for the unpaid use and occupancy of a Park Avenue residence in New
Japanese influencer Hirase Airi, 26, has spent over 24 million yen (approximately 167,065 USD) on plastic surgeries since 2017, completely transforming her life. Struggling with living expenses after high school, Airi worked part-time jobs but found her breakthrough after undergoing numerous cosmetic procedures. Today, she is a popular social media figure with millions of followers,
Amazon has announced an enhanced commission structure for influencers ahead of the festive season, aiming to boost engagement and sales during its flagship event, the Amazon Great Indian Festival (AGIF). The shopping event, which begins on September 27, 2024, with exclusive early access for Prime members, is one of India’s largest retail events. To prepare
On Thursday, a crew of four aboard a SpaceX capsule made history by embarking on the world’s first private spacewalk. Billionaire Jared Isaacman, 41, became the first non-professional astronaut to step into the vacuum of space, followed by SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis, 30. The crew’s mission, known as Polaris Dawn, was part of a private
A mysterious group reportedly paid influencers tens of thousands of dollars to spread sexual smears about Vice President Kamala Harris, according to a report by Semafor. Around late July 2024, as Harris was stepping in to lead the Democratic presidential ticket, influencers who had been recruited to promote conservative messaging received emails asking them to
TikTok has banned influencer Liv Schmidt for promoting controversial weight loss advice that many have labeled as “dangerous” and “harmful.” Schmidt, who had nearly 700,000 followers, posted videos that emphasized the importance of being skinny, which critics say glamorized disordered eating. The 22-year-old corporate worker from New York sparked outrage with her content, leading to
A well-known transgender influencer and actress, Kesaria Abramidze, was murdered in her apartment in Tbilisi, Georgia, in a brutal knife attack on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. The 37-year-old, who was the first person in Georgia to publicly come out as transgender, was killed in what authorities are calling a “premeditated murder.” Abramidze had gained significant
A small rural town in Vermont is fighting back against an influx of influencers that has overwhelmed its streets during the fall foliage season. For the past five years, the scenic town of Pomfret has been overrun with tourists and influencers, eager to capture the vibrant colors of autumn leaves for their social media accounts.
A new survey shows that Americans trust Amazon and TikTok more than Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) and the U.S. government. The survey, conducted by All About Cookies, found that X ranked last among major social media platforms in terms of trust, following a series of controversial decisions since Musk took over. According to the
Wondrlab, a rapidly growing digital network, has made a significant move in the influencer marketing sector by acquiring Opa, one of India’s largest influencer marketing platforms. This acquisition marks Wondrlab’s second in the influencer marketing space and its sixth overall. With this move, Wondrlab aims to strengthen its platform offerings and solidify its position within
Sephora has teamed up with TikTok for the second consecutive year to help beauty brands create more inclusive, music-driven branded content. This collaboration focuses on combining Sephora’s expertise in beauty with TikTok’s influence in social media to develop content that amplifies underrepresented voices. Specifically, the initiative encourages beauty brands to collaborate with musical artists, creating
Expedia Group has launched a new platform called Travel Shops, allowing influencers and content creators to monetize their travel recommendations. The initiative enables influencers to curate collections of their favorite hotels and destinations, which users can book directly through Expedia’s app or website. This creates a direct link between inspiration and action, offering influencers a
Pro-Trump podcaster Dave Rubin has sparked outrage after seemingly insinuating that pop star Taylor Swift could be raped or killed by Venezuelan gangs following her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race. Swift announced her support for Harris after Tuesday night’s debate between Harris and former President Donald Trump, prompting Rubin
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has quietly returned to work for the first time since completing her cancer treatment. According to the Court Circular, the official record of the Royal Family’s activities, the 42-year-old met with her Centre for Early Childhood team and Kensington Palace staff at Windsor Castle. The meeting, which focused on
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has emerged as the top influencer at New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025, generating an impressive $8 million in Earned Media Value (EMV). Her presence at the Tommy Hilfiger show played a significant role in boosting the brand’s visibility and influence. Jisoo’s chic and youthful appearance at the event attracted widespread attention from
Dulcedo Group, a leading talent management agency, has announced the acquisition of Node App, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform, in a move that signifies the company’s commitment to embracing technology and innovation in the creator economy. Node App, founded in 2019 by Armin Faraji and Mackenzie Dérival, was designed to democratize influencer marketing by offering
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